Here is the process that a narrator (interviewee) will experience during a typical project.

The process to create a Memoir Book takes several months. A Personal History Audio Recording can be delivered within 2 weeks of the final interview.

Initial Consultation
We will talk about the project, what to expect, and how long it will take from start to finish. We will discuss your goals for the project, and how you intend your memoir to be used. We will also talk about the option to involve other family members in the process.

Pre-Interview
We will discuss the questions to be asked during the interviews. You’ll let the interviewer know about any topics that you especially want to cover. We will discuss the project schedule and how you and your personal historian will work together. You will create a personal time line and family tree. Plus, you will gather photos, documents, and other memory "sparks."

Interview
In a series of interviews, each lasting 60 to 90 minutes, you’ll be involved in a highly interactive, engaging conversation with your personal historian. Here you will tell your life stories. The sessions will be recorded digitally using broadcast-quality equipment.

For a Personal History Audio Recording:

For a Memoir Book:

Story Editing
The audio from the interviews will be transcribed and edited for clarity and readability. You will review a first draft of the text to ensure that everything you wanted to say was captured accurately.

Photo Selection
You will also select the photographs that you want to be included in your book. Please provide high-resolution digital versions of the photographs. We can also scan photos for you.

Proof Pages
You will review the final "page proof" version of your book. This is how your book will look when it is printed. Now is the time to make any minor changes to the text. Photo placement and captions will also be reviewed and approved. The book then goes to a professional proofreader for one final check.